bostonian19 Posted March 21, 2013 #1 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Things to bring, not bring, luggage storing, tips on anything to make it easy once I get into my small room! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted March 21, 2013 #2 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I won't give you a list, but advice instead. The packing lists you see contain a huge amount of stuff. Consider each item and whether you will need it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aohkay Posted March 21, 2013 #3 Share Posted March 21, 2013 If you use the 'SEARCH' funtion at the top of the page, pages upon pages of packing threads will pop up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunnerGirl26.2 Posted March 21, 2013 #4 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I plan outfits to mix and match. Pack for 4 days and do laundry at least one time (self service laundry). On Princess, luggage will fit easily under the beds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misssea Posted March 23, 2013 #5 Share Posted March 23, 2013 You will hear many suggestions on these boards. While a lot of it makes sense, most of the things are totally unnecessary. Some examples: a highlighter...I have never found the need to highlight the fun times; clothes pins...never had enough wet things to hang up to make them worth taking. The more of these things you pack, the more space they take up in your suitcase! Every person is different so like the previous poster said, think about if these suggestions would be necessary for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Scrapnana Posted March 23, 2013 #6 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Welcome to Cruise Critic! On most ships your luggage fits under the bed (in some instances you may need to leave it open to fit). One thing that I won't be without is a mini-flashlight. If you have anything that needs to be charged you might want an extension cord as some ships have the outlets in a position that you can't get a charger to plug in. Depending on the ship, type of cabin, and your personal preferences some people like an over the door organizer. Some ships do not have self-service laundries and some people don't want to spend their vacation washing clothes. All ships have a laundry service. Have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clinthi Posted March 23, 2013 #7 Share Posted March 23, 2013 If you place each outfit into a gallon sized zip lock, roll it up to squeeze all the air out, then zip it you can get WAY more items in a suitcase AND your clothes are organized by outfit. Put your suitcases under the bed after you unpack for more cabin space. You will have plenty of closet and drawer space in the room. The issue is not the stateroom for us, but the 50 pound limit at the airport! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted March 23, 2013 #8 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Luggage can fit under the bed. Bring binoculars. You don't need 90% of the stuff on the "lists"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted March 24, 2013 #9 Share Posted March 24, 2013 Where are you cruising? Alaska requires different stuff than the Caribbean. The essentials that I gleaned from CC and used are a binder clip to keep the drapes closed and extension outlets. Like Runner Girl states Mix+Match is the way to go --keep it simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldubs Posted March 24, 2013 #10 Share Posted March 24, 2013 If you place each outfit into a gallon sized zip lock, roll it up to squeeze all the air out, then zip it you can get WAY more items in a suitcase AND your clothes are organized by outfit. Put your suitcases under the bed after you unpack for more cabin space. You will have plenty of closet and drawer space in the room. The issue is not the stateroom for us, but the 50 pound limit at the airport! Hooboy, I don't think I could fit one shirt in a gallon zip lock, not to mention an entire outfit. Of course, being a guy, I don't think in terms of "outfits" so much as loading the luggage until I either run out of clothes or hit 50 pounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuitCaseBears Posted March 25, 2013 #11 Share Posted March 25, 2013 Some people make almost a competitive sport out of taking as little as possible and love to just have one carry on bag. Some people love knowing they have virtually anything they might possibly need right at their finger tips. And most people are somewhere in between. Plus, as has been said an Alaskan cruise requires a lot of different stuff from a Caribbean - and not just warmer clothes. For example, I take more bug spray when heading to southern climes. So do search on the many packing tips threads but think about what would upset you more: Having to go down to the store on the ship (or on shore) and pay more than you would at home to buy something; or having a lot more clutter and "stuff" to carry with you and in your cabin. As far as "in the cabin" tips, many cabins have more storage than people think - it's just not in the same configuration we're used to (1 closet, 1 dresser). There are cubby holes all over the cabin. The bigger problem is often remembering where you put something, or finding it in your various packing cases. I tend to pack a lot of stuff in plastic bags for that reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted March 26, 2013 #12 Share Posted March 26, 2013 We pack using packing "cubes", gallon or 2 gallon Ziplocks, and the closable plastic bags that items like sheets etc are packed in, then just transfer them to the shelves or drawers in the cabin. Keeps everyones "stuff" reasonably organized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gators70 Posted March 26, 2013 #13 Share Posted March 26, 2013 We pack using packing "cubes", gallon or 2 gallon Ziplocks, and the closable plastic bags that items like sheets etc are packed in, then just transfer them to the shelves or drawers in the cabin. Keeps everyones "stuff" reasonably organized. What in the world would you pack sheets for?:eek: Maybe you meant "shirts". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted March 26, 2013 #14 Share Posted March 26, 2013 What in the world would you pack sheets for?:eek: Maybe you meant "shirts". Oops--I meant that when I buy items like sheets that are packed in those wonderful resealable thick plastic bags I reuse them for packing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gators70 Posted March 26, 2013 #15 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Oops--I meant that when I buy items like sheets that are packed in those wonderful resealable thick plastic bags I reuse them for packing. LOL.......I gotcha:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted March 26, 2013 #16 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Us zip lock bags for every thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted March 26, 2013 #17 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Rarely bring full sizes of toiletries. Either buy travel sizes or decant into smaller containers. Just this morning repackaged some Vaseline and Neosporin into an old contact lens case. If we are flying somewhere sunny I'll bring a small tube of sunscreen and buy more when we get there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donder1 Posted March 26, 2013 #18 Share Posted March 26, 2013 There are many threads on the Forum. Use Search Engine. My advice is to pack light! In the for what it's worth dept...... I never cruise without my Nook, Ipod, Ipad (we get free internet as we are Platinum on Princess, otherwise, I would not take it), binoculars,and corkscrew. Don't get caught up with all of the stupid suggestions like cabin decorations, over the door thingy, walkie talkies, surge protectors, coolers, duct tape, pillows etc etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delily Posted March 28, 2013 #19 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Oops--I meant that when I buy items like sheets that are packed in those wonderful resealable thick plastic bags I reuse them for packing. Me too. They are great for traveling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delily Posted March 28, 2013 #20 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Things to bring, not bring, luggage storing, tips on anything to make it easy once I get into my small room! Trial size everything. If you can't find the trial size, repackage into small travel boxes and bottles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suitcasefull Posted March 28, 2013 #21 Share Posted March 28, 2013 We've found a battery-operated tea light makes a good nightlight for the bathroom so if you get up at night, you don't have to turn on the "real" light and wake yourself up.:) If you're going to Alaska, binoculars, layers, gloves and a water-resistant jacket are necessary. Southern cruises obviously different clothing. We've taken bug wipes (not spray) all places and never had to use it, though. I pack one of those collapsible open cubes to throw my pocket things, ship card and sunglasses in.....easy to find and things don't fall off the desk. Someone on CC said they make their own out of cardboard and then pitch it but mine came from the dollar store so.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunnerGirl26.2 Posted March 28, 2013 #22 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Just this morning repackaged some Vaseline and Neosporin into an old contact lens case. I like that idea for travel and backpacking. Instead of Vaseline will put in hydrocortisone cream. I keep a variety of sizes of 1/2 ounce to 3 ounce containers and vials to repackage moisturizer, hair gel, hand sanitizer, etc. I use the hotel or ship provided shampoo/conditioner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pineinn Posted March 28, 2013 #23 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I pack one of those collapsible open cubes to throw my pocket things, ship card and sunglasses in.....easy to find and things don't fall off the desk. Someone on CC said they make their own out of cardboard and then pitch it but mine came from the dollar store so.... this idea I had not seen before.. great idea.. good way to corral all the stuff you toss on the table when you first come back to your room.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmoothFlying Posted March 28, 2013 #24 Share Posted March 28, 2013 You will hear many suggestions on these boards. While a lot of it makes sense, most of the things are totally unnecessary. Some examples: a highlighter...I have never found the need to highlight the fun times; clothes pins...never had enough wet things to hang up to make them worth taking. The more of these things you pack, the more space they take up in your suitcase! Every person is different so like the previous poster said, think about if these suggestions would be necessary for you! My two-cents, here. :) The wife and I have taken (usually two) spring safety pins here, not for hanging landry, but to pin stateroom curtins completely closed. It NEVER fails, no matter how tightly we close them or which side of the bed I'm on, in the mornings, BRIGHT sunlight is streaming into my eyes. LOL !! Soooo, hence the landry pins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delily Posted March 28, 2013 #25 Share Posted March 28, 2013 We've found a battery-operated tea light makes a good nightlight for the bathroom so if you get up at night, you don't have to turn on the "real" light and wake yourself up.:)If you're going to Alaska, binoculars, layers, gloves and a water-resistant jacket are necessary. Southern cruises obviously different clothing. We've taken bug wipes (not spray) all places and never had to use it, though. I pack one of those collapsible open cubes to throw my pocket things, ship card and sunglasses in.....easy to find and things don't fall off the desk. Someone on CC said they make their own out of cardboard and then pitch it but mine came from the dollar store so.... Great idea! My husband always has pocket stuff all over the desk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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